User manual SIMA SPV-1

[. . . ] If you are not familiar with 12 volt, high-current wiring, it is recommended that you have a professional automotive installer install the inverter. Cautions · The STP-150 generates 115 Volts AC power from your 12 volt car battery. Treat the 115 Volt AC output just like you treat the 115 Volt AC in your house. Do not allow water to drip or splash on the STP-150 Keep the unit in cool environments. [. . . ] CAUTION: The power inverter must be mounted securely in any type of moving vehicle. In an emergency situation, if the power inverter is not securely mounted, it could cause bodily injury Important: The STP-150 can draw up to 15 amps from your car's battery when operating. If you are using it for extended periods of time, you will want to operate your car occasionally to maintain the charge in your car's battery. The STP-150 will also draw a small current when not operating, so it should be disconnected from your car's battery if your vehicle will not be used for a few days. Lights and Alarms Power Indicator (Green light) The green light is illuminated when the inverter is turned on and is operating normally. If this light goes out, either the 12 volt power supply is missing (possible blown fuse) or some fault condition has occurred. These fault conditions include: output overload, output short circuit, low input voltage and over-temperature of the unit. This can happen if a device has a large start-up surge, if an appliance (like a drill or saw) is stalled or if the inverter does not have a circulating supply of cool air. Overload Fault (Red light) Connection to Power Source The STP-150 requires connection to a standard 12 volt DC power source as found in most cars, trucks, RVs and boats. The power source must be able to provide sufficient current to power the load. The STP-150 comes with a cigarette lighter plug for easy connection to the power source. Insert the plug into a cigarette socket by pushing firmly for a good connection. Testing the Power Inverter Make sure the 12 volt power source is wired properly to the power inverter. With nothing plugged into the 115 VAC outlets, turn on the power switch of the STP-150. If the green power light does not come on, turn the power switch off and check your wiring and external fuse. With the inverter turned off, plug the appliance you want to use into the 115 VAC power outlet on the unit. Operation Equipment Power Usage It is important to use only products that draw less than 150 watts with the STP-150. Use of products greater than 150 watts may either cause the protection circuitry of the STP-150 to shut down or the fuse to blow. Repeated use of excessive power draw can cause failure of the STP-150. Turn the unit on Plug the appliance you want to use into the 115 VAC power outlet on the STP-150 (see Fig. [. . . ] 1 * Note : Some products, such as televisions, draw a high surge current to start up. If the appliance does not operate and the inverter turns off, you may need a larger inverter. Check that the battery and the 12V wiring to the inverter is large enough to handle the current draw. [. . . ]